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Lenovo Legion Slim 7i (16, 8) and Lenovo Legion Slim 7 (16, 8)
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First Edition (March 2023)
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Contents
About this guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
Chapter 1. Meet your computer . . . . . 1
Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Left . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Statement on USB transfer rate . . . . . . . . 9
Operating environment . . . . . . . . . . 10
Avoid constant body contact with specific hot
sections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Chapter 2. Get started with your
computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Work with Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Windows help information . . . . . . . . . 12
Lenovo Vantage, Lenovo PC Manager or Lenovo
Legion Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
The Novo Button menu . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Open the Novo Button menu . . . . . . . . 12
Interact with your computer . . . . . . . . . . 13
Hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Numeric keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Chapter 3. Explore your computer . . 15
Manage power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Rechargeable battery pack . . . . . . . . 15
Using a Power Delivery compliant USB Type-
C charger with the computer . . . . . . . . 16
Set power button behavior. . . . . . . . . 17
A power plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
System operation modes . . . . . . . . . 17
Adjustable display refresh rate . . . . . . . 18
Change settings in UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . 18
What is UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . . . 18
Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . . 18
Select boot devices . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Change hotkey mode . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Enable or disable always-on . . . . . . . . 19
Enable or disable Flip to Start . . . . . . . 19
Set passwords in UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . 19
Password types . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Set administrator password . . . . . . . . 20
Change or remove administrator password . . 20
Set user password . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Enable power-on password . . . . . . . . 21
Set hard disk password . . . . . . . . . . 21
Change or remove hard disk password . . . . 21
Chapter 4. Help and support . . . . . 23
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . 23
How do I partition my storage drive . . . . . 23
What should I do if my computer stops
responding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
What should I do if I spill liquid on the
computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Where can I get the latest device drivers and
UEFI/BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Why does my screen brightness change
constantly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Why does my computer start automatically
when I open the lid . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Self-help resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
What is a CRU? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
CRUs for your product model . . . . . . . . . 25
Call Lenovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Before you contact Lenovo . . . . . . . . 26
Lenovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . 26
Purchase additional services. . . . . . . . . . 27
Appendix A. Function descriptions
for Lenovo hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . 29
Appendix B. Notices and
trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
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About this guide
This guide applies to Lenovo product model(s) listed below. Illustrations in this guide may look slightly
different from your product model.
Model name Machine type (MT)
Legion Slim 7 16IRH8
Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16IRH8 D2
82Y3
Legion Slim 7 16APH8
Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16APH8 D2
82Y4
For further compliance information, refer to the Generic Safety and Compliance Notices at
https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/docs/generic_notices.
This guide may contain information about accessories, features, and software that are not available on all
models.
This guide contains instructions that are based on the Windows operating system. These instructions are
not applicable if you install and use other operating systems.
Microsoft® makes periodic feature changes to the Windows® operating system through Windows Update.
As a result, the operating system related instructions may become outdated. Refer to Microsoft resources
for the latest information.
The content of the guide is subject to change without notice. To obtain the latest version, go to
https://support.lenovo.com.
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Chapter 1. Meet your computer
Front
Item Controls & Connectors Description
1 Microphones Capture or record sound and voice.
2Camera Capture still and moving images for taking photos,
recording videos, and video chatting.
3Camera light If the light is on, the camera is in use.
4Screen Display text, graphics, and videos.
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Base
Item Controls & Connectors Description
1Charging light Indicate whether the computer is connected to ac power.
Solid white: Connected to ac power; battery capacity
91%–100%
Solid amber: Connected to ac power; battery capacity
1%–90%
Off: Not connected to ac power
2 Wireless antennas Send and receive radio waves for the built-in wireless
LAN (local area network) and Bluetooth module.
Notes:
The antennas are not visible from the outside of the
computer.
If the location of the antennas is close to the user’s
body (< 20 cm), you can find the Specific Absorption
Rate (SAR) values in the Setup Guide that comes with
your computer.
3Power button/Fingerprint reader Press the button to turn on the computer or put the
computer into sleep mode.
Note: You can turn on the computer by flipping open
the LCD screen if Flip to Start is enabled.
Enroll and read your fingerprint for user authentication.
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Item Controls & Connectors Description
4 Power light Indicates the power status of the computer. The color of
the power light also reflects the currently activated
operation mode. Refer to “System operation modes” on
page 17 for how to switch operation modes.
Solid on: The computer is turned on.
White: in Balance mode
Red: in Performance mode
Blue: in Quiet mode
Purple: in Customs mode
Blinking: The computer is in sleep mode.
Off: The computer is turned off or in hibernation mode.
5Numeric keypad To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press the Num
Lock key.
6 Touchpad Perform finger touch and all the functions of a traditional
mouse.
Note: The touchpad also supports multi-touch function.
7Keyboard Enter characters and interact with programs.
Note: The keyboard also includes hotkeys and function
keys for changing settings and performing tasks quickly.
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Left
Item Controls & Connectors Description
1Ventilation slots (outlet) Maintain the outgoing airflow to dissipate internal heat.
Attention: Do not block the ventilation slots. Otherwise,
the computer might overheat.
2Multi-purpose USB Type-C® connector (2) These multi-purpose connectors can be used to
connect:
devices that utilize the USB data transfer
technology, and
display devices
For Legion Slim 7 16IRH8 and Lenovo Legion Slim 7
16IRH8 D2, the left connector (a) is Thunderbolt4
enabled and is marked with . When connected with a
Thunderbolt enabled device, data transfer may be
established in Thunderbolt mode. It can also be used
to connect display devices and devices that utilize the
USB data transfer technology.
For Legion Slim 7 16APH8 and Lenovo Legion Slim 7
16APH8 D2, the left connector (b) is USB4® 40 Gbps
enabled. When connected with a USB4 or Thunderbolt
4 enabled device, data transfer may be established via
a USB4 Link. It can also be used to connect display
devices and devices that utilize the USB data transfer
technology.
Note: When connecting display devices, you need to use
appropriate cables and adapters (if needed) according to
the connection capabilities of the display device.
3Combo audio jack Connect to headphones or headsets with a 3.5 mm (0.14
inch), 4-pole plug.
Note: This jack does not support standalone external
microphones. If you use headsets, choose one with a
single plug.
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Right
Item Controls & Connectors Description
1SD card slot Insert an SD card or a MultiMediaCard (MMC) into the slot
for data transfer or storage.
2Camera switch Turn the camera on or off.
3Ventilation slots (outlet) Maintain the outgoing airflow to dissipate internal heat.
Attention: Do not block the ventilation slots. Otherwise,
the computer might overheat.
Chapter 1.Meet your computer 5
Rear
Figure 1. Rear view—Legion Slim 7 16IRH8 and Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16IRH8 D2
Figure 2. Rear view—Legion Slim 7 16APH8 and Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16APH8 D2
Item Controls & Connectors Description
1Ventilation slots (outlet) Maintain the outgoing airflow to dissipate internal heat.
Attention: Do not block the ventilation slots. Otherwise,
the computer might overheat.
2USB (3.2 Gen 2) Type-A connector (always-
on)
The always-on connector can charge external devices
when the computer is turned off, in sleep or hibernation
mode. The always-on function can be turned on or off in
the UEFI/BIOS setup utility.
Note: If Lenovo Vantage is pre-installed on your
computer, you can also set always-on function within that
software.
3USB (3.2 Gen 2) Type-A connector (2) Connect to a USB-compatible device, such as a USB
keyboard, a USB mouse, a USB storage device, or a USB
printer.
4USB (3.2 Gen 1) Type-A connector (2) Connect to a USB-compatible device, such as a USB
keyboard, a USB mouse, a USB storage device, or a USB
printer.
5 HDMIconnector Connect to a compatible digital audio device or video
monitor, such as an HDTV.
6 Power connector Connect to power with the included power cord and ac
power adapter.
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Bottom
1. Ventilation slots (inlet) Maintain the incoming airflow to dissipate internal heat.
Attention: Do not block the ventilation slots. Otherwise, the
computer might overheat.
2. Novo button hole Press the Novo button to open the Novo Button menu. From the
menu, you can choose to open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility, the Boot
menu, or the Windows startup options screen.
3. Speakers Produce sound.
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Features and specifications
Dimensions Width: 357.7 mm (14.1 inches)
Depth: 259.3 mm (10.2 inches)
Thickness
Thinnest: 17.6 mm (0.7 inches)
Thickest: 19.9 mm (0.8 inches)
ac power adapter Input: 100 V ac–240 V ac, 50 Hz–60 Hz
Output: 20 V dc, 11.5 A
Power: 230 W
Battery pack Capacity: 99.9 Wh
Number of cells: 4
Note: The battery capacity is the typical or average capacity as measured in a specific test
environment. Capacities measured in other environments may differ but are no lower than the
rated capacity (see product label).
Microprocessor To view the microprocessor information of your computer, type system information in the
Windows search box and then press Enter.
Memory Type:
On board double data rate 5 (DDR5)
Double data rate 5 (DDR5) small outline dual in-line memory module (SODIMM)
Number of physical slots: 1
Storage device Type: solid-state drive
Form factor: M.2 (2242 or 2280)
Bus: PCI Express
Screen Size: 406.4 mm (16 inches)
Display resolution
2560 × 1600 pixels (WQXGA model)
3200 × 2000 pixels
Keyboard Function keys
Hotkeys
Numeric keypad
Keyboard backlight
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Connectors and slots Combo audio jack
USB Type-A connector × 3 (one connector with Always-On function)
Multi-purpose USB Type-C connector
Supports SuperSpeed USB 10 Gbps
Supports DisplayPort Alt Mode (DisplayPort 1.4 compliant)
Supports power output up to 15 W (5 V, 3 A)
Supports USB Power Delivery
Multi-purpose USB Type-C connector (Thunderbolt 4 enabled)
Supports maximum signaling rate of 41.25 Gbps in Thunderbolt mode
Supports SuperSpeed USB 10 Gbps
Supports DisplayPort Alt Mode (DisplayPort 2.0 compliant)
Supports power output up to 15 W (5 V, 3 A)
Supports USB Power Delivery
Multi-purpose USB Type-C connector (USB4 enabled)
Supports maximum signaling rate of 40 Gbps
Supports SuperSpeed USB 10 Gbps
Supports DisplayPort Alt Mode (DisplayPort 1.4 compliant)
Supports power output up to 15 W (5 V, 3 A)
Supports USB Power Delivery
HDMI connector
Supports 4096 × 2160 @ 60 Hz as specified in HDMI 2.1
Memory card slot
Note: Data rates and performance ratings are dependent on connected devices and cables if
they are used. For DisplayPort connection through a USB Type-C connector, the listed
maximum output capacity is only available on external displays with a DisplayPort, a Mini
DisplayPort, or a USB Type-C connector that supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode. For
connections using a converter or an adapter, the actual output resolution may be lower.
Security Fingerprint reader
UEFI/BIOS passwords
Administrator password
User password
Master hard disk password
User hard disk password
Network Bluetooth and Wi-Fi combo adapter
Statement on USB transfer rate
Depending on many factors such as the processing capability of the host and peripheral devices, file
attributes, and other factors related to system configuration and operating environments, the actual transfer
rate using the various USB connectors on this device will vary and will be slower than the data rate listed
below for each corresponding device.
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USB device Data rate (Gbit/s)
3.2 Gen 1 5
3.2 Gen 2 10
USB4 Gen 3 × 2 40
Operating environment
Maximum altitude (without pressurization)
3048 m (10 000 ft)
Temperature
At altitudes up to 2438 m (8000 ft)
Operating: 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F)
Storage: 5°C to 43°C (41°F to 109°F)
At altitudes above 2438 m (8000 ft)
Maximum temperature when operating under the unpressurized condition: 31.3°C (88°F)
Note: When you charge the battery, its temperature must be no lower than 10°C (50°F).
Relative humidity
Operating: 8% to 95% at wet-bulb temperature 23°C (73°F)
Storage: 5% to 95% at wet-bulb temperature 27°C (81°F)
Avoid constant body contact with specific hot sections
CAUTION:
When the computer is operating, it should be placed on a hard and flat surface with its bottom area
not in contact with user’s bare skin. Under normal operating conditions, the temperature of the
bottom surface will remain within an acceptable range as defined in IEC 62368-1, but such
temperatures can still be high enough to cause discomfort or harm to the user if directly touched for
over 10 seconds at a time. As such, it is recommended that users avoid prolonged direct contact with
the bottom of the computer.
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Chapter 2. Get started with your computer
Work with Windows
The following table contains Windows frequently used settings. You can learn the basics and start working
with Windows right away.
To configure settings, type the corresponding keywords in the Windows search box and select the best
match. Follow the on-screen instructions to customize settings.
Table 1. Basic settings
Functions Descriptions Search by
keywords
Control Panel View or change Windows settings, including hardware and software setup
and configuration.
Control Panel
Connect to Wi-Fi
networks
For models with a wireless LAN module, you can connect your computer to
a Wi-Fi® network. Click the network icon in the Windows notification area,
and then select a network for connection.
Note: The wireless LAN module on your computer may support different
standards. For some countries or regions, use of 802.11ax may be disabled
according to local regulations.
Wi-Fi
Airplane mode Airplane mode is a convenient setting to turn all wireless communications of
your computer on and off. You may need to turn it on when boarding an
airplane.
Airplane mode
Night light mode Night light is a switch in Windows that you can turn on and off. When it is
turned on, your screen shows warmer colors and the amount of emitted
blue light is reduced. Enabling night light reduces the chances of developing
eye fatigue or eye strain.
Note: For more guidance on reducing eye fatigue or eye strain, go to
https://www.lenovo.com/us/en/compliance/visual-fatigue.
Night light
Adjust color
temperature
If night light mode is turned on, you can adjust the color temperature of the
screen.
Note: Selected Lenovo computers are low blue light certified using night
light mode and color temperature settings available in the pre-installed
operating system. These computers are tested with night light turned on
and color temperature set to 48 or greater.
Night light
Windows
Updates
Microsoft periodically releases feature and security updates to the Windows
operating system. Updates that are applicable to your Windows version are
downloaded automatically when your computer is connected to the
Internet. When updates are downloaded, you are prompted to restart the
computer to install these updates. You can also manually check if there are
available updates for the installed version of Windows.
Attention: Only use Windows Update to download and install updates.
Updates downloaded from other sources may include security risks.
Windows Updates
Table 2. Optional settings
Functions Descriptions Search by
keywords
Enroll your
fingerprint
For models with a fingerprint reader, you can enroll your fingerprint for
Windows sign-in.
Sign-in options
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Windows help information
If the on-screen instructions cannot solve your problem, refer to the following to get the online Windows help
information.
Type Get Help or Tips in the Windows search box and then press Enter. When the app opens, type the
problem description and select the matched result.
Visit Microsoft support Web site: https://support.microsoft.com. Enter what you are looking for in the
search box and get search results.
Lenovo Vantage, Lenovo PC Manager or Lenovo Legion Zone
They are all apps developed by Lenovo. Using one of them, you can:
View product information and system status
Manage and change device settings
Check for and perform system update
Note: This feature is only available on Lenovo Vantage. In Lenovo PC Manager, you can check for and
perform driver update.
Depending on the country or region in which your computer is purchased, one of the apps may be pre-
installed on your computer. To open it, type its name in the Windows Search box and select the matched
result. If neither of the apps is pre-installed, you may install one on your own. Lenovo Vantage is available for
download free of charge from the Microsoft Store.
Note: App features are subject to change with updates and specific features may not be available on all
Lenovo products.
The Novo Button menu
The Novo Button menu can be displayed before the operating system starts. From the menu, you can
choose to
Open the BIOS/UEFI setup utility
Open the boot device selection menu
Open the Windows startup options screen
Note: From the Windows startup options screen, you can then choose to
Start your computer using a recovery drive
Reset your computer
Open advanced options screen
Open the Novo Button menu
For Lenovo computers with a Novo button, you can press the button to open the Novo Button menu.
Step 1. Turn off the computer.
Step 2. Open the LCD screen and press the Novo button.
Note: Alternatively, turn off the computer. Press Fn and the power button to open the Novo Button menu.
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Interact with your computer
Hotkeys
Look at the top row of the keyboard of your Lenovo computer and you’ll find keys with printed icons. These
keys are called hotkeys and they provide shortcuts to functions that you’ll use frequently. The function that
each hotkey provides is denoted by the icon printed on the key.
Hotkeys share keys with function keys (F1–F12) and other keys. Depending on the FnLock setting, you use
hotkey functions by pressing the key directly or in combination with the Fn key.
Note: The FnLock switch does not apply to hotkeys not found in the first row of the keyboard. To use these
hotkeys, always hold down the Fn key while pressing the key.
Figure 3. Location of the Fn key
Related topics
Appendix A “Function descriptions for Lenovo hotkeys” on page 29
The FnLock switch
The FnLock is an electronic switch that affects how you use hotkey functions. To turn it on and off, press Fn
+ Esc.
Note: The Esc key is in the upper left corner of the keyboard. It has an LED that indicates the status of the
FnLock switch.
Figure 4. Locations of the FnLock key and the Fn key
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A Lenovo keyboard usually contains hotkeys in the top row. These hotkeys share keys with the function keys
(F1–F12) and other keys. For these dual-function keys, the icons or characters denoting the primary functions
are printed on top of the icons and characters denoting the secondary functions.
A: an icon or character denoting the primary function
B: an icon or character denoting the secondary function
Figure 5. The layout of a dual-function key
Table 3. FnLock and dual-function keys
FnLock
(Esc)
LED
FnLock
status
Pressing the hotkey alone Pressing the hotkey while holding down
the Fn key
Off Disabled Primary function Secondary function
On Enabled Secondary function Primary function
Dual-function keys without printed icons
Some dual-function keys share keys with letter keys and numeric keys. Such keys do not have a dedicated
printed icon. The following table lists the secondary functions for these keys.
Key combination Hidden function
Fn + B Break
Fn + P Pause
Fn + S SysRq
Fn + K ScrLk
Fn + U Turns on/off LEDs of the rear connectors
Fn + N Shows device information
Fn + Q Switches operation modes
Fn + R Switches between high and low screen refresh rate
Fn + Ctrl Opens the Lenovo voice app
Numeric keypad
Some Lenovo computers includes a dedicated numeric keypad on the far right of the keyboard. The keypad
is used for entering numbers and operators quickly.
Press the NumLock key to enable or disable the numeric keypad.
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